Ruthenium stabilization for improved oxidation/reduction catalyst systems

摘要

This invention relates generally to a stabilization mechanism for use in oxidation/reduction catalyst systems. It particularly relates to a ruthenium stabilization mechanism that enables the use of inexpensive metallic species within catalyst systems targeted for the elimination of toxic emissions such as carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, and other volatile organics, and specifically nitrogen oxide species. Said stabilization mechanism includes the use of zirconium-oxides in an oxidation-reduction catalyst.